Obituaries
Tony Anthony Montaño
Nov 5, 2025
Tony Anthony Montaño, age 62, passed away on November 5, 2025. A native of Chandler, Arizona, Tony was born on January 26, 1963 to the late Raul B. Montaño and Guadalupe “Lupe” Montaño.
Tony embraced life with enthusiasm, especially when it involved sports and friendly competition. He was a dedicated athlete, participating in the Special Olympics and enjoying his time in...
Connie Sue Buchanan
Nov 2, 2025
Connie Sue Buchanan (née Sampson), age 66, passed away unexpectedly on November 2, 2025, at her home in Chandler, Arizona.
Connie will be remembered for her passion for karaoke, her love for her daughters and grandsons, and the joy she brought to her friends and family.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Jack and Phyllis Sampson; her sister, Marsha Cade...
Chris P. Billetdeaux
Nov 2, 2025
Chris P. Billetdeaux, 64, of Chandler, Arizona, passed away with the same quiet strength and independence that defined his life. One of four brothers, Chris was the wild one—the free spirit who couldn’t be fenced in. He never lived by the rules, and he never needed to. He was a man who carved his own path, barefoot if he had...
Terry Allan Pearo
Oct 31, 2025
It is with the heaviest heart that I share the passing of my beloved father, Terry Pearo.
As many of you know, he saved me when I was seven years old and raised me on his own. He taught me to always be a person of my word and would often remind me, “Trust takes years to build and only a...
Kenneth Marmon
Oct 26, 2025
Mesa, ArizonaKenneth Marmon went to be with the Lord on October 26, 2025. Kenneth was a man who-if you were fortunate enough to meet him-you would not forget him. He was a true man, faithful to his family, faithful to his God, faithful to his friends. If you needed his help, he was ready and willing to help. He was...
LaFon Cooper Baker
Oct 23, 2025
LaFon Cooper Baker
Born December 20, 1937, at Southside Hospital in Mesa, Arizona, to Alton and Stella Cooper, she was the oldest of five children. The Coopers lived in Kyrene, Arizona at the time of her birth. The family moved to Higley, Arizona after her sister Beverly was born. LaFon completed her first four years of school at Higley School District....
Melanie Cherrington Conway
Oct 19, 2025
Melanie Cherrington Conway, beloved wife, mother, grandmother and sister left this world HEAVEN BOUND on October 19th, 2025, at the age of 71, after a long and courageous battle with cancer. Hers was a dedicated life of service, compassion, and kindness to all. Melanie was a vivacious spirit with a magnetic personality who loved people and scattered sunshine wherever she...
Yvonne Frances Dean
Oct 17, 2025
In Loving Memory of Yvonne Frances DeanA Tribute to a Beloved SoulHeaven Has Gained Another AngelHeaven has gained another angel. On October 17, 2025, Yvonne Frances Dean, cherished wife, loving mother, doting grandmother, aunt, sister, and friend, ascended into Heaven. Her presence touched the lives of all who knew her, and she will always be remembered for her kindness and...
Margaret Sherryl Peterson
Oct 14, 2025
Margaret Sherryl Peterson, a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away on October 14, 2025, in Anderson, South Carolina at the age of 76. Born on April 3, 1949, in Lafayette, Louisiana, Margaret was a bright light in the lives of those she touched.
Margaret dedicated much of her professional life to serving as an Administrative Assistant for seven doctors...
Wilmer Nestor Ruona, Jr.
Oct 11, 2025
Wilmer Nestor Ruona, Jr.May 24, 1964 - October 11, 2025Wilmer “Willie” Nestor Ruona, Jr., a devoted son and brother, passed away on October 11, 2025.Willie is survived by his loving sister, Tricia Flake (Edward Flake); his nephews, Tyler Ruona (Camille Briski), Preston Flake, and his niece, Marina Flake; and his great-nephews, Kaston Flake and Breck Flake. Willie was also loved...
Melville L. Correa
Oct 7, 2025
MELVILLE (MEL) L. CORREA, 1932-2025
Mel Correa passed away October 7, 2025 on his 93rd birthday. He was a committed husband and father with a strong work ethic which he passed on to his children. He loved his golf and was good at it. He was also a talented cook, as friends who attended their parties and card games could attest.
Mel...
Shirley Mae (Lull) McCabe
Oct 7, 2025
Shirley Mae (Lull) McCabe, 98, passed away from complications of COPD on Tuesday, October 7th, 2025 at her son’s home in Chandler AZ. Shirley was an outstanding wife to Thomas A. McCabe (deceased 1999), and an excellent daughter, sister, aunt, and mother of 10: Maureen & Joe Fyan, Tom & Patty McCabe, Patti & Mike Peery, Kathleen & John Lecheler,...
Joseph Michael Dort
Oct 6, 2025
Joseph Michael DortJune 27, 1964 – October 6, 2025 Cottonwood, ArizonaJoseph “Joe” Michael Dort, 61, of Cottonwood, Arizona, passed away peacefully on October 6, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.
Joe was born in Elgin, Illinois, on June 27, 1964, to Paul Edward Dort and Suzanne Marie (Devereux) Dort. He spent his early years in northern Illinois until age eight, when his...
Wilton Howard Jr.
Oct 5, 2025
Wilton “Bae Bae” Howard Jr. was born on February 11, 1955 to Wilton Howard Sr. and Johnnie Mae Howard, both proceeded him in death.
Wilton was educated in the Chandler School system and graduated from Chandler High School and enlisted in the military service, he was released because of a medical condition. He was employed by the semi-conductor industry for several...
Salvador Navarro
Oct 4, 2025
In Loving Memory of Salvador Navarro
Salvador Navarro, beloved husband, father, and grandfather, passed away peacefully on October 4, 2025 at the age of 72.A selfless, quiet, and gentle soul, Salvador, lived a life devoted to his family. His greatest joy was being a Nampy (grandpa)—cherishing after-school pickups, cutting fresh fruit daily for his grandsons, sneaking sweet treats at night with...
Janet Rae Hall (Edwards)
Oct 4, 2025
At the age of 87, Janet Rae Hall went home to her Heavenly Father on October 4, 2025, surrounded by family at her home in Gilbert, Arizona. Janet was born on January 19, 1938, in Lakeside, Arizona, to Rachael Nelson Edwards and Donald Christopher Edwards. She was the third child of six children born to Donald and Rachael Edwards. She...
Trey Bomelyn
Oct 3, 2025
It’s difficult to put into words what Trey’s life meant to those that loved him. He was sweet with a kind heart. He loved his family, and was especially close with his brothers. As a baby, and young boy, Trey loved to snuggle. He had the most adorable voice and was asked to repeat words just so we could listen...
Gayle Metivier
Sep 30, 2025
Gayle Metivier, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully in Chandler, Arizona. Born in Joliet, Illinois on November 24, 1955, Gayle lived a life marked by warmth, compassion, and quiet strength.
She was married to Lawrence Metivier (passed May of 2004) of Manchester, Connecticut, with whom she shared a life full of love and partnership. Together, they built a...
Joseph Timothy Wolfe
Sep 28, 2025
Joseph Timothy Hock Wolfe age 82, entered Heaven’s gate on September 28, 2025. Born in Meadville, PA, on March 1, 1943, to Martin and Virginia Hock and later adopted by his grandparents Roland and Peggy Wolfe.
Joseph moved to Phoenix in 1953, where he attended Grace Court grade school, before graduating from Phoenix Union High School in 1961. He went on...
Andrew James Noorda
Sep 24, 2025
Andrew James Noorda, age 20, of Gilbert, Arizona, passed away on Tuesday, September 23, 2025. Andrew was born and raised in Gilbert, where he built a life full of curiosity, determination, and love for family and friends.
From a young age, his passion for athletics led him to gymnastics, then wrestling in junior high and high school, and later to pole...
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